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Excitement, and every eye is strained toward the woods skirting our front. An orderly sent to order in our out posts returned wounded. The others were absent on duty. Bailey, said the General to the writer, would you mind ordering in those fellows A horse, - a hasty mounting, a dash over the works, a dash over the intervening space, - and the order was delivered. The pickets of the outpost were already engaged with the advancing Confederate skirmish-line, and little leaden messengers hissed and whizzed uncomfortably close, cut ting through the air and foliage. A recall of pickets, an excited and confused falling in, and a hasty repair ing to our lines, closely followed by the advancing Con federates. Other pickets are coming in rapidly, and the general report is, They are coming on us heavy!
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This extraordinary memoir unveils a private chapter from the American Civil War, recounting the perilous escape of a captive Union soldier, Lieutenant Bailey. After being held prisoner in Atlanta, Lieutenant Bailey buried himself in a shallow grave to avoid detection by Confederate soldiers. When the prisoners were marched away, he heroically emerged from his earthen prison and embarked on a thrilling journey through enemy territory. Lieutenant Bailey's narrative not only provides an insider's perspective on military experiences, but also explores the complex human dynamics of the Civil War. The book delves into themes of courage, resilience, and the search for freedom. It offers insights into the lives of both Union and Confederate soldiers, as well as the civilians who found themselves caught in the crossfire of the conflict. Beyond its gripping personal narrative, the book also sheds light on the broader historical context of the Civil War. It examines the political and social tensions that led to the conflict, and explores the impact of the war on the nation as a whole. Through Lieutenant Bailey's eyes, readers gain a deeper understanding of the sacrifices made and the challenges faced by both sides in this tumultuous period of American history. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781330971642_0
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